Can my doctor or pediatrician help?
You can always start by talking with your regular doctor. If you talk your concerns, they should be able to make sure there isn’t an underlying medical issue that’s causing your symptoms. And if there is, they can help get you treatment for that.
If they think you need—or if you ask for—mental health or addiction treatment, they will most likely know about a few local providers. They may even be able to recommend specific people or programs that you might prefer! But keep in mind that their specialty is not mental health and addiction. Odds are they won’t know about everything that’s available to you. That’s why it’s important if you get a referral to follow through and see a mental health professional.
